David Chilton is an economics graduate and in 1985 won the prestigious H.L. Gassard Memorial Award for achieving the highest score in the country on the Canadian Securities Course. Despite that, he’s actually a fun guy! In fact, his forte is taking the intimidation out of financial planning by wrapping it in humour and accessible illustrations. The Wealthy Barber, Canada’s all-time best-selling book, is the most well known example of Dave's teaching techniques. The book's "novel" format has opened the personal-finance door to hundreds of thousands of Canadian households. Maclean's magazine reports "...30 years from now Chilton could be best remembered not as a best-selling author, but as the man who inspired thousands to save their way to prosperity."
Dave has also hosted two critically acclaimed specials on PBS where the Chicago Sun-Times describes his performance as "charming, unpretentious, and funny." (He loves that quote!)
Dave's recipe for success is hard work, a clear vision and some clever marketing. Whether it's helping thousands of Canadians achieve personal financial success or investing in low-fat cookbooks, he has always had a knack for recognizing great ventures from the get-go.
Dave is now engrossed in a new venture, Crazy Plates Meal Kits. Dave, along with Janet and Greta Podleski (the best-selling cookbook authors), have created low-fat, great-tasting, complete meal kits which are available in the frozen aisle at all Loblaws banner supermarkets. This is a true David versus Goliath story as the Crazy Plates team takes on the multi-national, billion-dollar food companies. How did Dave go from RRSPs to importing pineapple from Costa Rica? It’s a truly fascinating story.
As their company president and publisher, David has helped the Podleskis turn their idea of low-fat cookbooks into an award-winning food company. The Podleski cookbook, Looneyspoons, is now one of the fastest selling books in Canadian publishing history. Hear this true David versus Goliath story from the inspiring, funny and entertaining David Chilton.
Dave's new speeches aren't about just money. They're about entrepreneurship, branding, believing in yourself, overcoming mistakes (many of his are truly hilarious) and, most importantly, they're about perspective — the missing ingredient in many people's lives. His presentation style is casual and laid back. He's happy to stick around after his presentation to answer questions and talk with delegates.